Hat by AAPE By A Bathing Ape, We're all about those finishing touches, Flat top, Branded detail, Narrow brim. A BATHING APE launched its brand new diffusion line, AAPE By A Bathing Ape (Aape for short), in 2012 with the aim to create a collection of simple, light clothes for everyday wear. Reviving the labels classic logo, it stamps a younger version of the original ape design across jersey T-shirts and sweatpants with comfortable cuts.